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Release Date, Launch Time, and Crossplay Status

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Respawn Entertainment and EA are set to bring one of the most popular Battle Royale shooters on the market to mobile devices later this week, as Apex Legends gears up for an official release on iOS and Android.

Although classic legends such as Octane, Bangalore, Lifeline, and more are set to return in the mobile version of Apex Legends, fans might be disappointed to learn that there will be a limited lineup on launch. With the console and PC version of Apex Legends currently having 21 playable characters, further legends will likely join the mobile version in the future.

However, the developers have confirmed that mobile players will receive a brand new and exclusive legend known as Fade. Also known as the “Phasing Punisher”, Fade will have the ability to flashback to previous locations, send other legends into a void, and slipstream speed burst.

If you’re just as excited as we are to jump into Apex Legends Mobile, here’s the official release date, launch time, and how crossplay is going to work between mobile, consoles, and PC.

Apex Legends Mobile: Release Date & Time

As confirmed by Respawn Entertainment and EA, the official release date for Apex Legends Mobile is Tuesday, May 17th, 2022, with the exact launch time varying depending on your region.

Check out the full release time schedule per timezone below, courtesy of the official Apex Legends Mobile Twitter account:

  • 2AM PDT
  • 6AM BRT
  • 5AM BST
  • 11AM SAST
  • 2:30PM IST
  • 1PM JST
  • 10AM AEST
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For legends looking to time their drop just right.

Please note: As we prepare for launch, some regions will see the game propagate on servers before that time and in some cases today. The game will be fully launched, in all regions, on May 17th. See you on the drop ship. pic.twitter.com/uvlSyM67sF

— Apex Legends Mobile (@PlayApexMobile) May 16, 2022
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Apex Legends Mobile: Crossplay Status Explained

Similar to the console and PC version of Apex Legends, the mobile version will still be completely free-to-play. However, the developers have confirmed via an FAQ that it will NOT feature any form of crossplay between the other versions of the Battle Royale.

The reason for this is reportedly due to the fact that Apex Legends Mobile was built from the ground up. For more details on the launch of Apex Legends Mobile, visit the official EA website.

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